Water hardness is a scientific term that refers to water whose composition constitutes a significant amount of dissolved magnesium and calcium minerals. Consumers of hard water derive benefits such as a dietary supplement of bicarbonate minerals of magnesium and calcium. The hardness of the water can either be permanent or temporary. The permanent hardness is one which the mineral content cannot be removed away through boiling, on the other hand, temporary hardness constitutes hardness as a result of dissolved bicarbonate minerals (magnesium and calcium) which can be reduced through lime softening or boiling of the water. Knowledge and skill in relation to the hardness of water are paramount. This enables one to mitigate upon on some of the risks and disadvantages of hard water. These include corrosion of pipes and fixtures, reduction of equipment life, inefficiencies of heaters, clogging of pipes etc. It, therefore, follows that water should be tested to ascertain the hardness in them. Some of the ways to test this water hardness include;

Testing using a test kit

The method uses test kit stripe which when exposed on water changes color depending on the mineral content in the water. The test kit should be one that has stripped for calcium and magnesium. The procedural way involves insertion of the strip on water under room temperatures for few seconds, the strip is thereafter pulled off from water and color changes observed in comparison to the color chart with the test kit. This will enable one to determine the levels of the mineral substance of magnesium and calcium in the water.

Testing of water

Under this method, the hardness of water is tested through a tasting of water. The excess minerals in the water supply (potentially calcium and magnesium) will make the water to have a metallic taste.

Examination of water pipes and fixates

The method tests the hardness of water over a long period of time. In any case, the pipes and fixtures that would have significant levels of corrosion and build-ups demystify hard water. It, therefore, means minerals have been getting into the water thereby deducing that the water is hard.

Testing by use of instrumental analysis

The test is done using an instrument referred to as colorimeter. The instrument passes light through the optical filter that transmits light of only one color to the detector where it’s measured. The difference in light color transmitted by a blank sample and one with a colored sample is the measurement of hardness and is directly proportional to the concentration of the water hardness.

Smelling and observation

From this method, the hardness of the water is determined by the smell of the water. This method is unique. since it is used to determine the foul and beachy smell of water physically. Equally one can also determine the hardness by checking for a white scale which is usually left by hard water on sinks and bathtubs. In addition, the scum from water formed in hard water most at times clings to laundry making it rough with a sour odor. This, therefore, means smell and observation can be one of the easy ways to test water hardness.

In conclusion, understanding the cause of water hardness plays a great role in aiding to remove hard water effect. Testing of the hardness of water ranges informs, that is, from relatively cheaper and simple ways to a more complex one. Therefore, get a water softener system that is more accurate. However, irrespective of the method to be used, early testing always helps one reduce the negative effects of hard water.

The 2nd season of American based TV series Daredevil, based on Marvel comic character with a similar name, follows the story of a blind lawyer who tries to fight crime at night and follows his usual routine during the day. Matt Murdock, as he is known by his colleagues, is an expert in fighting crime despite the fact that he is blind. He has an improved sensing mechanism that enables him to even detect when his colleagues are lying. In this season, Matt Murdock crosses path with Frank Castle, known as Punisher, along with an old girlfriend, Elektra Natchios.

PLOT

After the downfall of the notorious Russian mafia and Wilson Fisk, as well as the eradication of the Yakuza and the Chinese, various gangs affiliated groups attempt to take full management of Hell’s kitchen, including cartels and the Irish mob. After a group of the Irish mob is gunned by an unknown people, the sole survivor, Grotto, seeks out the services of Murdock and Nelson for protection. Matt Murdock launches his investigations as a vigilante persona, the Daredevil. He quickly learns that all the weapons used by the cartels were from a single person.

After Grotto is taken to hospital by Page, Murdock’s assistant, they are both attacked by a man and they barely escape alive. Murdock confronts the gang member on the rooftop but he is shot at point blank. Nelson finds the Daredevil the next morning in very critical condition. His body armor not only saved his life, it also saved Murdock’s heightened senses that had almost been damaged and impaired during the attack. Nelson tries to convince Grotto into witness protection program. However, since all his contacts were murdered, the District Attorney agrees under the condition that he wears a wire during a meeting with any top-level drug lord.

After his senses have improved, Murdock asks Melvin Potter for an improved mask. He starts investigating the safe house where the Irish mob were murdered. His investigations lead him to an abandoned apartment where the Punisher was listening to the DA’s operation together with Grotto using a police radio. Nelson and Page immediately realize that it was a trap and they order the police snipers to fire at them. Grotto escapes during the commotion while Murdock gets injured and loses consciousness as he tries to attack the Punisher.

Later, the Murdock wakes up as a captive to the Punisher. He tries to plead with the Punisher by asking him to refrain from killing innocent people. In defense, the Punisher argues that murdering criminals is very necessary because it stops them from committing any wrong ever again. As they continue debating, the Punisher brings out Grotto, who was caught in a stolen car trying to flee. The Punisher straps a gun equipped with only one bullet to Murdock’s hand and offers him one of three choices; kill Grotto, kill the Punisher, or do nothing knowing that his actions would still cause someone’s death. Instead, the Murdock shoots the chain holding him and he breaks free. In so doing, the Punisher fatally shoots Grotto. The Daredevil knocks down the Punisher and then he fights his way to safety.

Later, Finn Cooley, a ranking member of Irish mafia, comes to New York seeking revenge for his son who was murdered by the Punisher. Page also starts to investigate the Punisher by using the files given to her by DA Blake Tower. During her investigations she learns that the Punisher is Frank Castle, a good husband and a father before been hospitalized after a bullet logged in his head. The Irish mafia confronts Castle during a family gathering and they take him hostage. Finn Cooley tortures the Punisher until he manages to escape and brutally murders Finn Cooley and several Irish gang members. Luckily, Murdock finds them and he stops the Punisher from killing anyone else by helping him to escape. The Punisher tells the Daredevil how his family had been murdered and how he had escaped.

Natchios later returns to New York seeking the Daredevil’s help with the Japanese Roxxon Energy Corporation. Ten years before, Murdock had met Elektra Natchios who was daughter to a wealthy Greek ambassador, and the two bonded. Elektra later left after Murdock refused to kill Roscoe Sweeney. The Daredevil agrees to help Elektra and together they defeat the Yakuza vigilantes.

This second season has thirteen episodes that are very captivating. This season is now streaming on Netflix. However, you can watch this web series online for free using ShowBox for PC. I am sure that Daredevil 2 will leave many people glued to their screens because it is one of the best series in recent years and third season will be releasing soon.

In a world full of superhero productions, Marvel’s Daredevil stands out as a gritty yet artful series filled with action and drama. Fans of the iconic blind vigilante in a red suit will particularly enjoy this original Netflix production, as it is filled with a ton of complex yet real characters, who tell the story in a breathtaking manner. The storyline behind the production is not only convincing but also interesting and intense. The production comes after a 12yr long wait, along with numerous false starts, since the last 2003 movie which featured Ben Affleck.

Daredevil, being the main character obviously, is a successful badass blind lawyer during the day and a no-nonsense vigilante during the night. He uses his superhero senses to fight crime in Hell’s Kitchen and corruption with the courtrooms. Daredevil was blinded as a child, whilst rescuing an old man from a truck. He ended up developing superhuman senses, that gave him the ability to sense what the normal could not feel. Matt Murdock’s dad was a boxer who died trying to be a role model to his son. During daytime, daredevil goes by the name Murdock(Charlie Cox), who is a successful lawyer. Matt Murdock, along with his friend Foggy (Elden Henson) are opening up their own law firm, with which they intend to fight for justice in the courtrooms. Charlie Cox plays the role to perfection through the pain stiffed motions when fighting his way through hallways of bad guys in Hell’s Kitchen.

During the night Matt Murdock, now daredevil, is the caretaker of Hells Kitchen fighting small and big crimes. Daredevil is an intelligent fighter, whose missions include trying to find Wilson Fisk, who is powerful and rich. Fisk’s corrupt touch is rooted from deep in the police department to the media. Fisk is also behind the many puppet strings pulled into Hell’s Kitchen. The character Fisk is played by Vincent D’Onofrio, who plays the role to perfection. Fisk’s character has been played out as a villain who, unlike his foes, is intelligent and at the same time very brutal.

Matt Murdock, in the anti-hero aspect, doesn’t have a lot of money or any special technology or any other special superhero powers apart from his senses to match most superheroes such as Iron Man. He, however, posses awesome martial art skills which the creator of the series brings out amazingly in daredevil’s encounters with bad guys. He however during the season has had his ass brutally whooped more than once. The aspect of him getting his ass whooped, was a plus for the producers of the series as it tends to relate more with the average human being and not the godly superheroes.

The flipside of things brings out Wilson Fisk, the kingpin, as a compelling yet complex character. At one point, Fisk, romances with a woman with genuine charisma and the next minute he beheads a guy using a car door. Which is an awesome way to play a villain? He is the complete opposite of Matt Murdock and no villain could be more suited for that role. Fisk is an excellent plotter and has a wide range of connections leaving daredevil trying to figure out the puzzle with each episode.

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The language and sex in the series have been moderated compared to other Netflix and ShowBox .APK productions. You won’t have to worry about awkward moments when watching with your family. The violence, however, has been ramped up and could be too much for children. Most of the action takes place in the dark but has been impressively brought out.The brutality and pulpy style ( one of daredevils tools is torture) seek a more sense of realism. The show is a good recommendation for comic readers, action lovers and adventure seekers. However, this needs someone who is able to handle the graphic violence put out throughout the series.

Generally, the production is one of the best marvels production compared to prior series such as Agent Cater. The franchise is both lucrative and exciting. Daredevil season 1 will keep you at the edge of your seat through the action and drama and it would be best for those who haven’t watched it yet to get it at once

Gaming has become an important part of our lives. This has continually presented the need to have a good gaming experience that leaves the gamers wanting more and more. There has a lot of monitors in the market in recent years. However, when it comes to getting the ultimate gaming immersion, a maximum view field and many more, there is none that beats the Alienware ultrawide monitor. This is a gorgeous 34-inch curved monitor manufactured by Alienware. The Alienware AW3418DW has a fantastic design, 3440*1440 screen resolution, and inbuilt G-Sync capabilities. The product is worth every penny, thanks to its amazing, impressive and attractive color, gaming performance and brightness. There is no doubt this monitor is built to grab your attention. Its base is sharply angled, giving it a sleek design. The rear panel, underside, and stand have strips that are LED enabled. It offers the option to customize the strips to emit the color of your choice.

Alienware AW3418D Monitor Features and Pros

Curvature

The monitor has whatever it takes to get you focused on the screen. With a complete 1900R curved infinity display, the monitor offers a full gaming immersion. The view filed is maximized by the curved design, causing less strain to your eyes. Less eye strain means a prolonged gaming period.

Comfortability

The Alienware ultrawide monitor comes with a swivel-hinge that helps users to tilt, adjust the height and swivel the monitor the place and they feel comfortable. Endless gameplay requires maximum comfortability and that is exactly what this monitor offers with its ability to be tilted 5 degrees forward, 40 degrees on both sides and 25 degrees backward. The monitor can also be raised or lowered about 5 inches. Therefore, the product is ideal for any kind of gaming seat.

Design

The product has futuristic and minimalistic design with a metallic finish and angular lines. This model is appealing when compared to other competitors in the gaming scene. Gamers enjoy a full and massive display, thanks to the infinity edge design that also offers a bezel-free view. Of the three real cabinet lines, the two lines sloping to the bottom have LED strips which are customizable for a synchronized lighting theme. This is made possible by the presence of customizable AlienFX. For a nice feel of touch, the monitor has a polished silver finish too.

Performance and Display

The Alienware ultrawide AW3418DW has a 34-inch panel with a resolution of 3440*1440. Overclocked, fast 120Hz refresh rate that is blended with a 4ms response time ensures that a buttery-smooth gaming experience is delivered. This is a display technology of its kind, and it is specifically fitted to reduce display stutter and lag so as to present in real time, the fastest and smoothest gameplay. Currently, the Alienware AW3418DW is among the fastest ultrawide monitors in the markets.

Ports and Interface

There is a fairly standard selection of inputs; HDMI and Display Port, type A & B USB 3.0 ports and headphone jack for easier connection to other sound equipment.

Support

The articulated stand supports the display’s weight, making it stand firm and upright. The build features aluminium, making it durable and resistant of bending and breakage.

Cons

The Alienware AW3418DW ultrawide gaming monitor has some shortcomings too.

Price – the product is heavily priced and this has hindered many people from acquiring it even as they seek a better gaming experience. While the hardware from Alienware may not be cheap, the current price becomes hard to justify to the larger population.

The monitor lacks internal speakers – this has created the need for serious gamers to always have a standby sound system to connect to it.

The location of ports and other input and output interfaces appear to be inconvenient. The ports are not adequate too.

The contrast ratio is not as high as for the other modern IPS monitor panels.

There is no doubt that this product is one of the fastest gaming monitors in the market. So if you are looking for a smooth, immersive vision filling ratios and high game view field, then Alienware AW3418DW monitor is an excellent choice. The monitor has various game-specific features, some of which are customizable.

This review confidently recommends this product to any serious gamers out there. The monitor will surely make gaming feel like a whole new experience. However, if anyone on a tight shopping budget may find it hard to acquire this fantastic monitor.

Alienware is a common term used by most when it comes to gaming. The name has established its prowess in the gaming industry has produced great gaming machinery. The company has over the last decade managed to release some gaming computer and laptops trusted in both quality and performance. In the recent weeks, the company has yet again released a state of the art curved gaming monitor. This move has stirred mixed reactions and excitement among Alienware fans.

What’s New In Alienware AW3418HW

The Alienware AW3418HW is the new masterpiece bearing the Alienware brand. The 34-inch curved monitor has wowed the gaming community with its awesome display characteristics capable of making up to 2560 * 1080 pixels. Designed by its predecessor, the Alienware AW3418DW, this monitor has been released as a cheaper, yet high quality, alternative. Designed with the same aspects as the brother, the Alienware AW3418HW has a 160 Hz refresh rate and a 4 MS response time. It shares the same 1000:1 contrast features as the brother with an anti-glare mechanism protecting your eyes even after long gaming hours. The monitor can take inputs from 4 USB 3.0 ports and one B type USB port. Expected to hit the market in the next few months, a lot of other features cannot yet be proven.

Pros

Large display- the 34 inches curved screen offers a great gaming display for any game that you may so chooseCheaper– compared to its brother, the Alienware AW3418DW, this monitor is expected to retail at a couple of hundred dollars less. This is a significant advantage over the brother monitor.

Graphics– at 160 Hz, the monitor has the ideal refresh rate for any gamer. Used with a powerful computer, this is the perfect gaming monitor owing to its smooth graphics

Input features– though not fully confirmed, this monitor is to have the same input features its brother offers. With over 4 high-speed USB ports, this monitor guarantees fast storage access. Users can use multiple storage drives simultaneously allowing seamless switching of games on the go.

Cons

Expensive– the pricing of the monitor has for most been a hurdle. Compared to the brother version, it is considerably cheaper yet still expensive for most average users.

Gaming is an entertainment delight. To experience great gaming experiences, investing in gaming equipment is important. Over the years, various gaming companies have come up with innovative ways to better the experience. Alienware as one of the pacesetters in the gaming industry has made major strides in the perfection of gaming. The companies experience has seen it advance its mechanics in the development of state of the art gaming equipment. This latest piece is no exception whatsoever.

The Alienware AW3418HW does the brand proud. As a cheaper alternative to the Alienware AW3418DW, this perfect gaming monitor for a modern-day gamer yet somewhat economically strained. Though not as powerful as its brother, this is by far the best alternative offering all the perks associated with its father company. If you are looking into investing in a gaming monitor, be on the lookout for the Alienware AW3418HW.

Spy film is an incredible film style that is so alluring and has caught the attention of more viewers than any other genre in the film industry. 2017 has been a year of great film production with a variety of genres, however, our focus will be on spy agent movies to satisfy our spy films-obsessed fans. Bearing that in mind, we have selected the following best spy movies that will interest you.

ATOMIC BLONDE

This is an American spy film that is full of action and based on the novel, The Coldest City, by Sam Hart and Anthony Johnston. This film is set in the year 1989 where prior to the collapse of the Berlin Wall, an MI6 agent with a mission of finding a double agents’ list who are being illegally moved into the West is gunned down. A few days later, a highly skilled MI6 spy, Loraine Broughton is summoned about her mission to Berlin by the MI6 top official, Erick Gray and a CIA agent, Emmett Kurzfeld. The main mission is to recover the double agents’ list and assassinate Satchel.

KINGSMAN:THE GOLDEN CIRCLE

This is a sequel to the Kingsman: The Secret Service. The film is based on the Kingsman comic book series and is set a year after Eggsy and the Kingsman secret organization salvaged the world from the wave of a neurological broadcast of Richmond Valentine. While Eggsy is in Sweden, Kingsman headquarter is destroyed by missiles killing all the agents including Eggsy’s best friend Roxy and Brandon who is a non-Kingsman. Eggsy and Merlin become the only agents to survive the attack, therefore, being forced to follow the protocol Doomsday which leads them to an American secret organization where they discover more secrets about a secret terrorist organization, The Golden Circle.

SPYDER

This is a spy thriller film that focuses on an Intelligence Bureau officer, Shiva, who spies particularly on people who need help by developing a software that tracks their phone calls. However, on one night things take a completely different turn after listening to a young girl’s conversation asking her friend for help. He sends Renuka, a new police constable, and a friend, to help the girl but they both get killed. He later starts an investigation into the brutal murder.

RED SPARROW

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This American spy film is based on the book, Red Sparrow by Jason Mattews. It focuses on Dominika Egorova, a Russian intelligence officer, whose mission is to expose Nathaniel Nash, a CIA agent in Russia. However, she ends up falling in love with him and considers being a double secret agent.

THE CATCHER WAS A SPY

It is a film based on the book, The Catcher Was A Spy by Robert Rodat. It tells the story of a former baseball player, Moe Berg, who became a spy for the United States government during World War II in an effort to compete and overcome Germany in the race of building the first-ever atomic bomb.

The above films are so far believed to be the best and latest examples of the spy film genre in 2017. There is no doubt that spy films are the most intriguing films of all time.

Are you on a secret mission to find the best spy movie ever made? So be careful, here we have brought a list of some of the best detective agents movies. Watching these movies is a unique kind of enjoyment, even after seeing it hundred times, it does not allow us to get bored. Let’s have a look at the top 5 spy agent movies of all time.

1. North By Northwest (1959)

It is obvious to underestimate this movie after looking to the date of release. But for your kind information, you must know that this film is the highest rated spy agent movie by IMDb with a star rating of 8.4. The movie was a big hit of its time. Actually, it is the inspiration of various other detective agent movies which are popular nowadays. Coming to the point, the main character ‘Cary Grant’ is playing the role of an advertising executive who is looking for a way to survive after getting mistaken as a government agent. Throughout the movie, you will hold yourself to enjoy the chase happening in the movie. It is completely an action-packed epic full of mystery, thrill, and adventure. So don’t wait, watch the film and enjoy.

2. The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)

This picture is said to be the greatest motion picture trilogies of its time. It is among the highest rated movies by IMDb with 8.1-star rating. Paul Greengrass has made a good impression in this field with this movie.

The story revolves around a CIA officer who during his assassination program, search for the origin of his life as a trained killer. The most loving things about this movie are its actions, dialogues, and the amazing effect of shaking camera throughout the movie. The conclusion of the movie is highly satisfying with the unforgettable trilogy which is fantastic.

3. The Manchurian Candidate (1962)

You can call this a movie a political and social thriller with drama ahead of its time. The movie is rated 8.1 stars by IMDb and is said to be of real worth to watch. The movie was released in 1962 so it comes in black and white which is a little bit disappointing.

The movie is based on the story of brainwashing a war prisoner who is actually the witness of an international communist conspiracy. Frank Sinatra is in the leading role with various methodical subplots of John Frankenheimer. The story has got a nail-biting and chilling conclusion including a variety of undertone of politics, sex, class, and power.

4. Casino Royale (2006)

This movie is especially for Bond fans. With a rating of 8.0 by IMDb, it is the most amazing piece of James Bond collection. Daniel Craig is perfectly playing the role of Bond in this movie of action, thrill, and adventure. The action shots in the movie are amazingly shot which are one of the best in the Bond series.

The story is about a secret agent armed with the licence to kill, on its mission as 007 at Casino Royale. This movie is an excellent piece of cinematography and must be watched to experience the great directing performance of Martin Campbell. Thus it is the most enjoyable and classy movie of Bond series and best suited for movie night outs.

5. Mission: Impossible- Ghost Protocol (2011)

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The most adorable actor ‘Tom Cruise’ is playing the lead role of Ethan Hunt in this 4th series of Mission Impossible. It has got a rating of 7.4 by IMDb. The film really shines at its amazing action scenes. This movie includes realistic fight science along with natural sound effects to make you feel it real.

The movie is basically revolving around an organization called IMF, which is shut down after a responsive bombing attack. The agent Ethan Hunt and its team are working on clearing their organization name from the list of guilt. Overall this film is full of action and consist of a popular stunt scene of climbing from the tallest building ‘Burg-Khalifa’ in Dubai. The stunt was performed by Tom Cruise himself. The story is very solid with the great performance of co-actor Simon Peg. Some of the action scenes are really enjoyable.

A good number of movie fans are thrilled and fascinated by action movies. They are considered to be interesting, dramatic and full of theatrical themes that keep one glued to the screen. Since The US Seal Team, 6 captured the world’s most dangerous terrorist, Osama Bin Laden, Special Forces movies have been very popular. They involve Special Forces from the military, naval, police special units and others. They exhibit tricks, actions, and activities that are very interesting and exciting. Among the top Special Forces movies of 2017 include:

SWAT

SWAT is an interesting and action-packed movie that revolves around Los Angeles Elite Police Unit who goes an extra mile to solve crimes and avert attacks. The way they operate and execute their plans calls for a reckon and they are well organized and skilled. They have no room for mistakes and does most operations right without any slip-ups. This movie is full of fist and gunfights that sound amazing and interesting to watch.

Bravo Two Zero

This movie is about the British SAS Special Forces who enjoys good reputation and recognition worldwide. It is a fascinating action movie that exhibits sophisticated arsenal and effective communication that makes them succeed in all their operations. The movie features Sean Bean who is seen running around with a grenade launcher and other heavy fighting gear. It is quite a fascinating movie that you can watch over and over again without getting bored.

Black Hawk Down

This is a movie that revolves around United States Soldiers who are sent to Somalia for a mission to help capture two top lieutenants of a terrorist group. The soldiers set off on a mission but find themselves in the middle of a heavy gunfight with heavily-armed Somali fighters who ambushes them and nearly pin them down. The soldiers make a plan to outwit the fighters and free themselves and ensure they complete their mission. The movie gets even more interesting when the special force soldiers hatch a plan to fight and defeat the Somali Fighters and complete their mission.

Lone Survivor

This is a 121 minutes special operations movie that features Marcus Luttrell and his team of Special Forces. The team embarks on a mission where they are required to capture or kill Ahmed Shah who is a notorious Taliban leader. Marcus and his team find themselves in a compromising position after they encounter well trained and armed Taliban fighters. They are left to fight for their lives and try to survive but most of the soldiers perish in the encounter and Marcus try to save himself and other soldiers and at the same time complete the mission.

Tears Of The Sun

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A group of special operations team led by their commander takes a fight to Nigeria to flush out terrorists. They go into the jungle to rescue a doctor but the doctor disagrees to join them until the soldiers rescue 70 other refugees. The team went ahead with the mission but encounter resistance where a heavy gunfight ensues. The way the soldiers fight and try to rescue the refugees is very thrilling and makes this movie one to watch.

These are among the best Special Forces movies of 2017 that you must watch if you are a movie enthusiast. These movies exhibit state-of-the-art tactics, skills, and technology that makes one eager to find out the end result.

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